Note: During the legislative session, IdahoPTV will air live coverage
of the Idaho House proceedings on the Learn Channel. When the Legislature is not in session,
regular Annenberg and Create programming will be shown.

Ethics In America II"War Stories: National Security & The News"
Four years previously, a coalition led by American forces invaded the Central Asian nation of Khaoistan, where warlords had destroyed the central government and were supporting major terrorist activities. Today, the process of rebuilding the nation and fighting off an insurgency continues, covered by a group of journalists based in the capital city. Meanwhile, back in the States, a journalist covering national security issues investigates allegations of illegal phone taps by the government. In each case, reporters are faced with dilemmas that go to the heart of their responsibilities as journalists, and as Americans. [G]

1:00 AM

Principles for Principals"Professional Development for Principals"
Professional development for principals is an important tool for reform. Principals learn that taking time for their own professional development is not taking time from their schools. [G]

2:00 AM

Invitation to World Literature"Things Fall Apart"
In this foundational modern African novel, Chinua Achebe's story follows the lives of people trying to understand which belief systems deserve their loyalty. The protagonist, Okonkwo is a tribal leader who battles neighboring villages, the English, and his own demons in early colonial Nigeria. [P]

2:30 AM

Invitation to World Literature"One Hundred Years of Solitude"
Gabriel Garcia Marquez's multigenerational saga of the Buendia family in the isolated town of Macondo inaugurated the boom in Latin American literature in the 1970s and marked the beginning of magical realism. Writer Sandra Cisneros and scholar of Latin American literature, Ilan Stavans lend their thoughts and voices to the discussion of this epic novel. [P]

3:00 AM

Connecting with the Arts: A Teaching Practices Library, 6-8"Two Dance Collaborations"
In a first-time collaboration, a dance teacher and a science teacher combine forces to explore the laws of motion with a seventh- and eighth-grade dance class. At another school, a dance teacher and a math teacher work with sixth graders on imaginative interpretations of the idea of circles. [P]

Assessment In Math and Science: What's The Point?"That Would Never Work Here!"
What does assessment reform actually look like? This workshop follows the stories of Barbara, a math teacher in Whittier, California, and Scott, a science teacher in Louisville, Kentucky, as they share how theyare incorporating assessment into their teaching. Emphasis will be placed on the colleague support structure; teachers sharing ideas with and getting help from other teachers. [P]

5:30 AM

Hey Kids, Let's Cook"Fruiteroni Pizza"
This is a twist to the usual pizza with all the usual toppings, but we're tossing on some fresh stone fruit. Yes, it's true, a pizza with fresh slices of peaches, plums and pluots. [P]

6:00 AM

Nick Stellino Cooking with Friends"Family Favorites"
Chef Rick Moonen of RM Seafood in Las Vegas makes his favorite New England Clam Chowder. Then Chef Nick shares a couple of family favorites: Andrew's Mac n Cheese and his Special Burger. [P]

6:30 AM

Sara's Weeknight Meals"Carnivores Unite!"
We get it: most of America runs on beef, pork and chicken. So today, Sara's got meat and lots of it. [P]

Pedal America"Y'all Pedal and Eat Now! - Savannah, Georgia"
Ira David tours southern Americana in historic Savannah, Georgia. Pedal around the city's architectural squares and visit The Wormsloe Historic Site, Bonaventure Cemetery, and Mrs. Wilkes Dining Room for authentic southern fare; plus, a look at the city's initiatives that helped to earn itself "bicycle-friendly" status from the League of American Bicyclists. [P]

8:00 AM

Ask This Old House"Restoring Old Windows; Installing a Kitchen Sink Water Filter"
General Contractor Tom Silva heads to Alexandria, Virginia, to restore the windows in a home built by George Washington. Then Tom, along with host Kevin O'Connor, landscape contractor Roger Cook and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, asks, "What is it?" Afterward, Richard installs a water filter at a kitchen sink. [P]

Primal Grill with Steven Raichlen"Kebabs of the World Unite"
Meat on a stick represents the first technological leap forward in the evolution of barbecue. Steve presents Persian quick beef kebabs, swordfish souvlaki, savory Thai chicken sate, and a variety of desert kebabs. [G]

Ciao Italia"Classic Pasta of Liguria/La Pasta Classica Da Liguria"
Food writer and book author Laura Schenone brings a unique Ligurian recipe to Mary Ann's kitchen, where together they prepare delicate pasta wafers called Corzetti served in a delicate garlic and olive oil sauce. Mary Ann adds to the fun with Panzoti, an almond-stuffed little ravioli swimming in a butter sauce. [P]

12:00 PM

Ethics In America II"War Stories: National Security & The News"
Four years previously, a coalition led by American forces invaded the Central Asian nation of Khaoistan, where warlords had destroyed the central government and were supporting major terrorist activities. Today, the process of rebuilding the nation and fighting off an insurgency continues, covered by a group of journalists based in the capital city. Meanwhile, back in the States, a journalist covering national security issues investigates allegations of illegal phone taps by the government. In each case, reporters are faced with dilemmas that go to the heart of their responsibilities as journalists, and as Americans. [G]

1:00 PM

Principles for Principals"Professional Development for Principals"
Professional development for principals is an important tool for reform. Principals learn that taking time for their own professional development is not taking time from their schools. [G]

2:00 PM

Invitation to World Literature"Things Fall Apart"
In this foundational modern African novel, Chinua Achebe's story follows the lives of people trying to understand which belief systems deserve their loyalty. The protagonist, Okonkwo is a tribal leader who battles neighboring villages, the English, and his own demons in early colonial Nigeria. [P]

2:30 PM

Invitation to World Literature"One Hundred Years of Solitude"
Gabriel Garcia Marquez's multigenerational saga of the Buendia family in the isolated town of Macondo inaugurated the boom in Latin American literature in the 1970s and marked the beginning of magical realism. Writer Sandra Cisneros and scholar of Latin American literature, Ilan Stavans lend their thoughts and voices to the discussion of this epic novel. [P]

3:00 PM

Connecting with the Arts: A Teaching Practices Library, 6-8"Two Dance Collaborations"
In a first-time collaboration, a dance teacher and a science teacher combine forces to explore the laws of motion with a seventh- and eighth-grade dance class. At another school, a dance teacher and a math teacher work with sixth graders on imaginative interpretations of the idea of circles. [P]

Assessment In Math and Science: What's The Point?"That Would Never Work Here!"
What does assessment reform actually look like? This workshop follows the stories of Barbara, a math teacher in Whittier, California, and Scott, a science teacher in Louisville, Kentucky, as they share how theyare incorporating assessment into their teaching. Emphasis will be placed on the colleague support structure; teachers sharing ideas with and getting help from other teachers. [P]

5:30 PM

Hey Kids, Let's Cook"Fruiteroni Pizza"
This is a twist to the usual pizza with all the usual toppings, but we're tossing on some fresh stone fruit. Yes, it's true, a pizza with fresh slices of peaches, plums and pluots. [P]

Primal Grill with Steven Raichlen"Asia's Crossroads"
Some of the world's biggest flavors come hot off some of the world's smallest grills. Proof positive? Sizzling beef sates-cut from well-marbled rib eye steaks and masterfully spiced with cumin, coriander, and turmeric from tiny Singapore. [P]

7:30 PM

Clodagh's Irish Food Trails"Dingle, Co Kerry - Part 1"[P]

8:00 PM

Ask This Old House"Restoring Old Windows; Installing a Kitchen Sink Water Filter"
General Contractor Tom Silva heads to Alexandria, Virginia, to restore the windows in a home built by George Washington. Then Tom, along with host Kevin O'Connor, landscape contractor Roger Cook and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, asks, "What is it?" Afterward, Richard installs a water filter at a kitchen sink. [P]

Grand View"Grand Canyon National Park - North Rim"
In this episode, Stefan Baumann journeys through one of the world's most famous National Parks and explores its lesser known North Rim. In contrast to it's southern half, this region offers the typical canyon beauty, but also a more lush environ of pine and aspen. [P]